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  • M

    Microsoft

    AI-Enhanced Data Analysis: From Raw Data to Deep Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Matplotlib, Plotly, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Power BI, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Transformation, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Spreadsheet Software, Data Processing

    ★ 4.3 (520) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Systems Of Measurement, Technical Standard

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    AI Optimization & Experimental Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Advanced Analytics, Generative AI, Decision Intelligence, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Simulations, Applied Machine Learning, Operations Research, Analytical Skills, Model Optimization, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Process Optimization, Return On Investment, Machine Learning, Data Science, Reinforcement Learning, Business Strategy, Statistics

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, LLM Application, AI literacy, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, Business Process Automation, Email Automation

    ★ 4.8 (9.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Cloud Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Predictive Modeling, Cloud Computing, SAS (Software), Predictive Analytics, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, Data Access, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Cloud Development, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Analysis Software

    ★ 4.5 (110) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Animations, Non-Verbal Communication, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Interpersonal Communications, Agentic systems

    ★ 4.4 (86) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Excel to Power BI: Data Analysis & Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence Software, Data Modeling, Datamaps, Business Reporting, Data Sharing, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Management Reporting, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Trend Analysis, Data Management

    ★ 4.5 (1.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Python Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Mapping, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Program Development, Data Structures, Software Documentation

    ★ 4.6 (548) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Lean Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Business Workflow Analysis, Product Development, Agile Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Testing, Waste Minimization

    ★ 4.6 (433) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Web Application Security Testing with OWASP ZAP

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Scanning, Proxy Servers, Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Brute-force attacks, Test Tools, Web Scraping

    ★ 4.3 (290) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Programming with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Vibe coding, Generative AI, GitHub, AI powered creativity, OpenAI, Machine Learning Methods, Development Environment, Innovation

    ★ 4.6 (89) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Process Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Environmental Issue

    ★ 4.8 (3.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic computer science courses

  • AI-Enhanced Data Analysis: From Raw Data to Deep Insights: Microsoft
  • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
  • AI Optimization & Experimental Methods: Coursera
  • Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Foundations of Cloud Analytics: Microsoft
  • Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR: University of London
  • Excel to Power BI: Data Analysis & Business Intelligence: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Python Data Visualization: Rice University
  • Lean Software Development: University of Minnesota
  • Web Application Security Testing with OWASP ZAP: Coursera

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